Correction in TAN

A TAN can exist even if no TDS return has ever been filed. The issue appears to be that the firm’s PAN/details were not properly captured or linked in the TAN master database.

First verify the TAN details through “Know TAN Details” on the Income Tax portal. If the PAN/name/category/address is incorrect or incomplete, file “Change or Correction in TAN Data for TAN allotted” through Protean/TIN.

If the online correction page is under maintenance, wait for 24–48 hours and try again. Alternatively, submit the TAN correction form physically through a TIN-FC, since TAN correction can be done online or through TIN-FC. Do not apply for a new TAN if an existing TAN is already allotted to the same partnership firm.

Keep firm PAN, partnership deed, TAN allotment details, address proof and authorisation documents ready. After correction is processed, recheck PAN–TAN linkage on the e-filing/TRACES portal.